Deadline Ridge (FR 10049) in WY -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Wyoming
Deadline Ridge (FR 10049) in WY
A 30.5-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Sublette County, WY.
Bridger-Teton National Forest, Big Piney Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 5-day limit in any 30 days. This rule applies May 1 to September 6 only.
11.5 of the 30.5 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. 16.5 of the 30.5 miles in are dirt. Climbs 4,600 ft over 30.5 miles -- sustained grades near 14%, with pitches to 23%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~110 ft on the downhill side. Winds through 11 switchbacks. Dead-end road -- no mapped turnaround; expect to back out or unhitch.
The nearest town, Marbleton, is 21 mi off.
September normals 23–59°F, 1.3″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.
Set by Bridger-Teton National Forest, Big Piney Ranger District. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.
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